Masters Admissions Overview

 

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Brian An, Director of M.S. PUBP Program

Please reach out to yan74@gatech.edu with questions about admissions and program experiences.

Brian An is the director of the Master of Science in Public Policy (M.S. PUBP) program in the School of Public Policy at Georgia Institute of Technology. His research examines how institutional and policy design affects management processes and policy outcomes at all levels, from local and regional organizations to national governments across the globe. His policy research area spans housing, energy, and environment, and the role of AI and technology. An has consulted or worked for international and U.S. organizations, including the United Nations Department of Peacekeeping Operations, International Finance Corporation (the World Bank Group), the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Enterprise Community Partners, Brookings Institution, Fulton County Government, and Atlanta Mayor’s Office among others. He has a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Management from the University of Southern California, a Master of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Studies from Yonsei University.

Admissions Process

Applications are electronic and are handled through the Georgia Tech graduate admissions system. Items required for admission (in addition to test scores) are the completed application with essay questions, application fee, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.

The GRE is NOT required for admission. However, applicants may provide GRE scores if they choose to. Scores can be sent to the university code 5248. GRE, IETLS, and TOEFL scores are received by the Graduate Admissions Office.

For more information on the admissions process, visit the admissions overview page.

Application Deadlines

  • Spring 2025 Semester Deadline: Oct. 15
  • Fall 2025 Semester Priority Deadline: Feb. 15, 2025
  • Fall 2025 Semester Final Deadline: March 15, 2025

Admissions Standards

The School of Public Policy reviews applications for the Master of Science in Public Policy program twice per year. 

  • Spring 2025 Semester Deadline: Oct. 15
  • Fall 2025 Semester Priority Deadline: Feb. 15, 2025
  • Fall 2025 Semester Final Deadline (space available): March 15, 2025

An introductory statistics course is a prerequisite for coursework in the Masters degree. 

The admissions standards are rigorous. It takes into account all the documents in the application that are relevant to the academic potential of the candidate. College grades, references, previous experience, and a statement of interest are assessed together to determine the quality of the case for admission.   

Resources

For questions related to the admission application process, materials, and curriculum, please reach out to Ronny Anderson at randerson326@gatech.edu

Student Diversity

Our Master's program has a diverse student body, though students share a strong analytical background. Students with analytically oriented undergraduate degrees in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, and humanities have completed our program successfully and received the M.S. in Public Policy. We encourage applicants who have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field and have an interest in the public policy emphases of our school to apply.

Costs

Visit the Bursar's Office website for the complete costs table and most updated costs.

Housing

Visit the Department of Housing website for information on living costs.